2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1980 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Buick Blackhawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki Alto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1980 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Blackhawk | Alto |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2160 mm |
